Technical Manual CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6 Thermal Transfer Barcode & Label Printer JM7499-00F.00E-0
Copyright 00 by CITIZEN SYSTEMS JAPAN CO., LTD. CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6 ii
CHAPTER SPECIFICATIONS CHAPTER OPERATING PRINCIPLE CHAPTER DISASSEMBLY AND MAINTENANCE CHAPTER 4 TROUBLESHOOTING CHAPTER 5 PARTS LISTS CHAPTER 6 CIRCUIT DIAGRAMS APPENDICES iii CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
Safety Precautions To prevent personal injury or property damage, the following shall be strictly observed. The degree of possible injury and damage due to incorrect use/maintenance or improperly following instructions is described below. Warning Caution Indicates a situation which, if not observed and handled properly, could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a situation which, if not observed and handled properly, could result in injury or property damage. : This is a mark to call attention to the reader. Warning - Before starting disassembly/reassembly or mechanical adjustment, be sure to disconnect the power cord from the power source. - Do not replace a fuse with the power switch turned on. - When replacing a fuse, use the same rating and type since it is provided to prevent fire and damage to the Unit, Power Supply. Caution - Do not disassemble/reassemble or adjust the machine, if it functions properly. Particularly, do not loosen screws on any component, unless necessary. - After completing an inspection and before turning on the power, be sure to check that there is no abnormality. - Never try to print without media. - Check that the media is properly set. - Do not lay anything on the cover or lean against it during maintenance or while the printer is in operation. - During maintenance, be careful not to leave parts or screws unattached or loose inside the printer. - When handling a printed circuit board, do not use gloves, etc., which can easily cause static electricity. Since ICs, such as CPU, RAM and ROM, might be destroyed by static electricity, do not touch lead wires or windows unnecessarily. - Do not put the printed circuit boards directly on the printer or on the floor. - When disassembling or reassembling, check wires for any damage and do not pinch or damage them. Also, run wires as they were. CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6 iv
CHAPTER SPECIFICATIONS - CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
CHAPTER SPECIFICATIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS -. General Specifications...- -. Printable Area...-8 -. Printing Position Accuracy...-9-4. Adjustable Sensors...-0 CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6 -
-. General Specifications -. General Specifications Printing Printing method Resolution Max. print width Thermal transfer/direct thermal Main scanning line density: 0 dots/inch (8 dots/mm) (CL-S6/S6C) 00 dots/inch (.8 dots/mm) (CL-S6) Sub-scanning line density: 0 dots/inch (8 dots/mm) (CL-S6/S6C) 00 dots/inch (.8 dots/mm) (CL-S6) Head 864 dots (effective dots: 8 dots) (CL-S6/S6C) Head 75 dots (effective dots: 40 dots) (CL-S6) 04 mm (CL-S6/S6C) 4. inch 05 mm (CL-S6) Max. print length 8.8 mm inch Print density Print density is adjustable with software Printing speed setting [For CL-S6/S6C] 6, 5, 4, or inches per second (Direct thermal) 4, or inches per second (Thermal transfer) 4, or inches per second when the optional peeler is used. [For CL-S6] 4, or inches per second Print mode Batch mode Normal printing (single or multiple sheets) Tear off mode Feeds back media to the tear-off position after printing is completed. Cut mode * Prints while cutting at designated sheet units. The following two kinds of cut mode operations are available. Back feed Cut through (Cut through refers to stopping present printing to cut the previous label when it reaches the cut position. After cutting, printing restarts but a gap may be created at the seam of the printing at this time.) Peel mode* Peels labels from the liners after printing them. Media Types of media Roll, fanfold (continuous media, die-cuts, continuous tags, paper or tickets) Recommended media Thermal transfer: label media (RPR-W Ricoh) Direct thermal media: label media (50LA- Ricoh), tag media (TBE0V, Mitsubishi Paper) Max. media width 8.0 mm 4.65" Min. media width 9.5 mm 0.77" Min. label width 9.5 mm 0.77" *: Options can be separately purchased. - CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. General Specifications Media (continued) Min. label pitch* 6.5 mm 0.5" Max. media thickness 0.54 mm 0.0" Max. media length 8.8 mm " Min. media length 6.5 mm 0.5" Min. media thickness 0.065 mm 0.005" On-board roll media Max. external diameter: 7mm 5" diameter Media core: 5.4 to 76mm to " Ribbon Recommended ribbon B0A Ricoh Max. ribbon width 4.0 mm 4.50" Min. ribbon width 5.4 mm.00" Max. ribbon length 60.0 m,8 ft Max. roll diameter 74.0 mm.90" Inner diameter of the paper tube 5.4 ± 0.5 mm.00 ± 0.0" Ribbon end detection Ribbon out detection by a tension sensor Bar code For Datamax emulation* One-dimension Code of 9 UPC-A UPC-E EAN- (JAN-) EAN-8 (JAN-8) Interleaved of 5 Code 8 HIBC (Modulus 4-used code of 9) Codabar (NW-7) Int of 5 (Modulus 0-used Interleaved of 5) Plessey Case Code UPC DIG ADD UPC 5DIG ADD Code 9 Telepen ZIP UCC/EAN 8 UCC/EAN8 (for K-MART) UCC/EAN8 Random Weight FIM Two-dimension UPS Maxi Code PDF-47 Data Matrix QR Code Aztec RSS For Zebra emulation* 4 One-dimension Code Interleaved of 5 Code 9 EAN-8 UPC-E Code 9 Code 8 EAN- Industrial of 5 Standard of 5 ANSI CODABAR LOGMARS MSI Plessey UPC/EAN Extensions UPC-A POSTNET Planet Two-dimension Code 49 PDF-47 CODA BLOCK UPS Maxi Code Micro PDF-47 Data Matrix QR Code RSS TLC9 *: When a media pitch of less than " is used, set the "Small Media Adjustment" setting in the "Page Setup" menu to "ON". *: Datamax is a registered trademark of Datamax Bar Code Products Corporation. *4: Zebra is a registered trade mark of Zebra Technologies Corporation. CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6-4
-. General Specifications Font For Datamax emulation*. Seven kinds of fixed pitch font Overseas, English fonts and European fonts. OCR fonts OCR-A* 5, OCR-B* 5. Proportional fonts CG Triumvirate smooth font CG Triumvirate Bold smooth font (6, 8, 0,, 4, 8, 4, 0, 6, 48 points: CL-S6/S6C) (4, 5, 6, 8, 0,, 4, 8, 4, 0, 6, 48 points: CL-S6) Character set: Conforms with code page 850 standards 4. TrueType TM rasterizer * 6 5. Chinese fonts (For CL-S6C) GB800-000, 5x6 dots, 4x4 dots For Zebra emulation* 4. Five kinds of fixed pitch font Overseas, English fonts and European fonts. OCR fonts OCR-A* 5, OCR-B* 5. Proportional font CG Triumvirate Condensed Bold 4. True type rasterizer* 6 Symbol set PC866U Ukraina, PC Cyrillic, ISO 60 Danish/Norwegian, DeskTop, ISO 8859/ Latin, ISO 8859/ Latin, ISO 8859/9 Latin 5, ISO 8859/0 Latin 6, ISO 8859/7 Latin/Greek, ISO 8859/5 Latin 9, ISO 8859/5 Latin/Cyrillic, ISO 69: French, ISO : German, ISO 5: Italian, Legal, Math-8, Macintosh, Math, PC-858 Multilingual, Microsoft Publishing, PC-8, Code Page 47, PC-8 D/N, Code Page 47N, PC-85 Latin, PC-85 Latin/Greek, PC-86 Latin/Hebrew, Pi Font, PC-850 Multilingual, PC-864 Latin/Arabic, PC-8 TK, Code Page 47T, PC-004, PC-775 Baltic, Non-UGL, Generic Pi Font, Roman-8, Roman-9, ISO 7: Spanish, ISO : Swedish, Symbol, PS Text, ISO 4: United Kingdom, ISO 6: ASCII, Ventura International, Ventura Math, Ventura US, Windows. Latin, Wingdings, Windows. Latin, Windows. Baltic (Latv, Lith), Windows.0 Latin, Windows Latin/Cyrillic, Windows. Latin 5 *5: The OCR font may have a low recognition rate according to the reader. *6: It is equipped with UFST TM and TrueType TM rasterizer that are licensed from Agfa Corporation. TrueType TM is a trademark of Apple Computer. UFST TM is a trademark of Agfa Corporation. -5 CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. General Specifications Control language Outline of electronic devices CPU Conforms to Datamax programming language* and Zebra programming language* 4 -bit RISC CPU ROM Standard equipment: FLASH ROM 4MByte (User area: MByte) For CL-S6C and CL-S6 (Korea version): FLASH ROM MByte (User area: 4MByte) RAM [For Datamax emulation] Standard equipment: SDRAM 6MByte (User area: MByte) For CL-S6C and CL-S6 (Korea version): SDRAM 6MByte (User area: 4MByte) [For Zebra emulation] Standard equipment: SDRAM 6MByte (User area: 4MByte) Media detection sensors Transparent sensor Detects media gap between labels, notches on tags, and media out Reflective sensor Detects reflective mark on back of media and media out Label peeling sensor * Communication interfaces Serial 400 4800 9600 900 8400 57600 500 bps USB FULL Speed USB. Communication interface options Parallel IEEE84 (Compatible, Nibble, ECP mode) Network Ethernet interface Indications and switches LED POWER, PRINT, CONDITION, ERROR Buzzer Alarms, errors, etc. Operating panel keys PAUSE, FEED, STOP, MODE/REPEAT Head-up detection Detects head open. sensor Power switch Turns power on and off. Power supply 0V version 0V (-0%+6%),.5A, 60Hz (U.S.A., Canada) UL60950-, CSA No. 950, FCC Part 5 Subpart B (Class A) 0V version 0V-40V (-0%+6%),.A, 50/60Hz (Europe) EN60950-, EN550 (Class A), EN5504, EN6000--, EN6000-- Power consumption (max. value) 0V version 64W (operating at.5% printing duty), 0W (standby) (CL-S6) 66W (operating at.5% printing duty), 0W (standby) (CL-S6) 0V version 64W (operating at.5% printing duty), 0W (standby) (CL-S6/S6C) 67W (operating at.5% printing duty), 0W (standby) (CL-S6) CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6-6
-. General Specifications Others Environment External dimensions Weight Accessories Option Operating temperature conditions: Operating temp. 0 to 40 C, humidity 0 to 80%, condensation free (Conditions: ventilation, and natural convection) Storage temperature conditions Temp. -0 to 60 C, humidity 5 to 85% (Conditions: ventilation, and natural convection) 85 80 40 Humidity % 0 0 5 5 40 Temperature C Operating assurance temperature Printing assurance temperature -0 60 Temperature C [Operating and printing assurance condition] [Storage assurance condition] Approx. (W) X 89 (D) X 6 (H) mm 9. (W) X.4 (D) X 0. (H)" Approx. 4.9 kg (0.8 lb.) Test label media, Test ribbon, CD-ROM (User's Manual), Quick start guide, Head cleaner, Power cord, Media holder bar and Media holder guide, Ribbon holder, Paper core Auto-cutter unit, Peeler unit, Parallel I/F board, Ethernet I/F board Humidity % 5 Storage assurance temperature -7 CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. Printable Area -. Printable Area The printable area of the printer is as follows: When media is set to the printer, it must be aligned with the media guide at the left of the printing mechanism. Though the available maximum media width is 8 mm (4.65"), there are unprintable areas on both sides:.5 mm (0.0") width is on the left side and.5 mm (0.45") (for CL-S6/S6C)/ 0.5 mm (0.4 ) (for CL-S6) width on the right side. The left side unprintable area applies for any size media. Media guide Maximum media width: 8 mm (4.65") Unprintable area Printable area H R.5 mm (0.0") Reference end Direction of media feed MODEL H R CL-S6/S6C CL-S6 04.0 mm (4.09 ) 05.0 mm (4. ).5 mm (0.45 ) 0.5 mm (0.4 ) CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6-8
-. Printing Position Accuracy -. Printing Position Accuracy By default, the printing start position is.5 mm (0.0") from the left end of the media and mm (0.04") backward the leading edge of the label, U-shaped notch, or black mark..5 mm (0.0") is the necessary value to avoid printing in the unprintable area as mentioned in - "Printable Area". The printing start position will deviate from the ideal position as follows: Maximum media width: 8 mm (4.65") Unprintable area.5 ± mm* (0.0 ± 0.04") Printable area 00 ± mm* 4 (9.4 ± 0.08") Unprintable area mm (0.04").5 mm (0.0") Reference edge (Paper guide) Actual printing start position* Ideal printing start position Direction of media feed ± mm* (0.04 ± 0.08") *: Actual printing start position. May deviates from the ideal one in the indicated range. *: Deviation of vertical positioning when printing position is set to 0. *: Deviation of horizontal positioning when printing position is set to 0. *4: Deviation of vertical printing position when 00 mm is specified from the printing start position. -9 CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-4. Adjustable Sensors -4. Adjustable Sensors There are two media sensors; the upper sensor (transparent sensor) and the bottom sensor (reflective sensor). The upper sensor is used to detect the labels on the liner or the U-shaped notches of tag. The bottom sensor is used to detect the black marks on tag. Also, both sensors are used to detect media end. The mechanical adjustable range of both sensors is equal and they are adjustable independently. When both sensors are moved to the left end or the right end (center of the printing mechanism), both sensors coincide for detecting notch or label. For details about the media sensors, refer to -- Label/Tag Detection Mechanism". Media guide -0. to 57.9 mm (-0.0 to.8") Center Moveable range of sensors Media Unprintable area Printable area Unprintable area.5 mm (0.0") H Maximum media width: 8 mm (4.65") R Direction of media feed MODEL H R CL-S6/S6C CL-S6 04.0 mm (4.09 ) 05.0 mm (4. ).5 mm (0.45 ) 0.5 mm (0.4 ) CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6-0
CHAPTER OPERATING PRINCIPLES - CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
CHAPTER OPERATING PRINCIPLES TABLE OF CONTENTS -. Operation of Each Mechanism...-4 --. Locations and Functions of Motors, Sensors and Thermal Head...-4 () Unit, Ribbon section...-4 () Printing section...-5 --. Media Feed Mechanism...-6 --. Label/Tag Detection Mechanism...-7 --4. Printing and Ribbon Feed Mechanism...-0 --5. Print Head Up/Down Detection Mechanism...- --6. Head Balance Adjustment Mechanism...-4 --7. Media Offset Adjustment Mechanism...-5 -. Operation of Control Parts...-6 --. Configuration of Printer...-6 () Filter & power supply section...-6 () Main PCB...-6 () Operation panel...-6 (4) Thermal print head...-7 (5) Sensors...-7 (6) Motor...-7 (7) Serial I/F (RS-C)...-7 (8) USB (Universal Serial Bus) I/F...-7 (9) Parallel I/F (IEEE84) (Option)...-7 (0) Ethernet I/F (Option)...-7 --. Operation of Control Unit...-8 () Block diagram...-8 () Memory map...-0 () Sensors...- (-) Head up sensor...- (-) Transparent sensor and reflective sensor...- (-) Tension Sensor F/R...-4 (-4) Head temperature sensor...-5 (-5) PF motor temperature sensor...-6 (-6) Ribbon motor temperature sensor...-7 (4) Drivers...-8 (4-) PF motor driver...-8 (4-) Ribbon motor driver...-9 (4-) Head driver...-0 (4-4) Buzzer driver...- (4-5) Fan driver...- (5) Other circuits...- (5-) +.V/+.5V circuit...- (5-) Reset circuit...- (5-) Clock circuit...- CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6 -
(5-4) Ope-pane circuit...-4 (5-5) USB I/F control circuit...-4 -. Operation Panel...-5 --. External view...-5 () Keys...-5 () LEDs...-5 --. Operation using the keys...-6 () Normal operation...-6 (-) Sensor adjustment mode...-6 (-) Menu setting mode...-7 () Test mode...-8 (-) Self print mode...-8 (-) Hex dump mode...-9 () Factory/Service mode...-9 (-) General...-9 (-) How to enter the Factory/Service Mode...-40 (-) Factory/Service Mode menu table...-46-4. Interface...-5-4-. Serial Interface...-5 () Specifications...-5 () Signal line and pin assignment...-5 () Protocol...-5-4-. USB Interface...-5 () Specifications...-5 () Signal line and pin arrangement...-5-4-. Parallel Interface (Option)...-5 () Specifications...-5 () Signal line and pin assignment...-54 () Parallel port status signals when an error occurs...-54 (4) Compatible timing specification...-55-5. Power Supply...-57-5-. Block diagram...-57-5-. Block A (Noise filter circuit and rush current preventing circuit)...-60-5-. Block B (Current smoothing circuit)...-60-5-4. Block C (Converter and driver circuit)...-60 () Converter circuit...-60 () Driver circuit...-6-5-5. Block D (Output circuit)...-6-5-6. Block E (Control circuit)...-6 - CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. Operation of Each Mechanism -. Operation of Each Mechanism This printer is a thermal transfer barcode & printer comprised of the following mechanisms: media feed, ribbon feed, label/tag detection, print head up/down detection, head balance adjustment and media thickness adjustment. This section describes the operation of each of these mechanisms. --. Locations and Functions of Motors, Sensors and Thermal Head This printer has the following motors, sensors and thermal head. () Unit, Ribbon section Part name Ribbon Motor F (Front side) Ribbon Motor R (Rear side) Tension Sensor F (Front side) Tension Sensor R (Rear side) Description This motor takes up ribbon. A thermistor is attached to the side surface of this motor to detect the motor temperature. This motor gives back tension to ribbon. This sensor is a photointerrupter which detects if appropriate tension is given to the take-up side ribbon or not. It also detects a ribbon-running error. This sensor is a photointerrupter which detects if appropriate tension is given to the supply side ribbon or not. It also detects the ribbon end status. Ribbon Motor R Ribbon Motor F Tension Sensor R Tension Sensor F CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6-4
-. Operation of Each Mechanism () Printing section PF Motor Part name Head Up Sensor Transparent Sensor (Upper sensor) Reflective Sensor (Bottom sensor) Thermal Head Description This motor feeds media. A thermistor is attached to the side surface of this motor to detect the motor temperature. This sensor is a photointerrupter to detect the print head position; up or down. This sensor is a photo sensor to detect the labels stuck on liner or U-shaped notches on tag. It also detects the media end. This sensor is a photo sensor to detect the black marks on tag. It also detects the media end. It consists of a head driver and thermal elements. Thermal elements are heated to make printing on media. The thermal head incorporates a thermistor to detect the thermal head temperature. Thermal head Transparent sensor Head up sensor and protrusion Reflective sensor PF motor -5 CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. Operation of Each Mechanism --. Media Feed Mechanism The major components of the media feed mechanism are: (a) SA, Motor (b) SA, Platen (c) Gear train By setting the head block to the down position, media is pushed against the SA, Platen by the SA, Head. As the SA, Motor (stepping motor) turns counterclockwise viewing from the right side of the printer, the SA, Platen turns counterclockwise via the gear train ( Gear PF, Gear PF and Gear, PF Idle ) and media is fed forward by the friction force produced between the SA, Platen and the SA, Head. When the SA, Motor turns clockwise, media is fed backwards. One step of the SA, Motor feeds media by /6 mm (0.005"). Thermal Elements SA, Head 6 Ribbon SA, Motor (a) SA, Platen (b) 5 4 Media Gear, PF Idle (c) Motor Gear (c) Gear, PF (c) Gear, PF (c) [Right side view] CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6-6
-. Operation of Each Mechanism --. Label/Tag Detection Mechanism The major components of the label/tag detection mechanism are: (a) Movable reflective sensor (Bottom sensor) (b) Movable transparent sensor (Upper sensor) There are two movable sensors, the reflective sensor (bottom sensor) and the transparent sensor (upper sensor). As shown in the figure blow, the reflective sensor has two LEDs and one phototransistor. The reflective sensor is used to detect black marks at the back of tag. On the other hand, the transparent sensor is a phototransistor that will receive the transparent light from the LEDs through the media. The transparent sensor is used to detect labels on liner or U-shaped notches of tag. Both reflective and transparent sensors are used to detect the media end. Aligning the sensors for label paper or tag with U-shaped notches: For label paper, both reflective and transparent sensors should be manually set at the center of label. For tags with U-shaped notches, both sensors should be manually aligned with the U-shaped notch. In both cases, the arrow mark of the transparent sensor should be aligned with the right side mark of the reflective sensor. Aligning the reflective sensor for tag with black marks: For tag with black marks, the reflective sensor alone should be aligned with the black mark. In this case, the left side mark should be aligned with the black mark. [For label paper/tag with U-shaped notches] Phototransistor Transparent Sensor Phototransistor LEDs Reflective Sensor [For tag with black marks] Black mark -7 CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. Operation of Each Mechanism Detecting labels: (Media Sensor menu: See Through ) For detecting label, both reflective sensor and transparent sensor are used. Label paper passes between both sensors. The light emitted from the LEDs of the reflective sensor passes through the liner (base part of label paper) where no label is stuck on it, and the light reaches the transparent sensor. Accordingly, the phototransistor of the transparent sensor turns ON. Meanwhile, in the label part, the light is blocked by label and does not reach the phototransistor. So, the phototransistor turns OFF. By sensing the output of the transparent sensor, the CPU on the Main PCB can detect the label leading edge for printing. Detecting U-shaped notches of tag: (Media Sensor menu: See Through ) For detecting U-shaped notches of tag, both reflective sensor and transparent sensor are used. The U-shaped notches are detected in the same way as the label mentioned above, except that the light is directly falls on the transparent sensor through the notch. Detecting black marks on tag: (Media Sensor menu: Reflect ) For detecting black marks on tag, only the reflective sensor is used. Light emitted from the LEDs is reflected by the tag (at other than the black mark) and reaches the phototransistor of the reflective sensor. At the black mark, the light is not reflected. The CPU on the Main PCB detects the black mark by sensing the output of the reflective sensor. Label Tag Label U-shaped notch Black mark Media Label gap Liner Sensor to be used Transparent and Reflective sensors Media Transparent sensor Reflective sensor Media Media Sensor menu LEDs Reflective sensor See Trough LEDs Reflective sensor Reflect CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6-8
-. Operation of Each Mechanism Detecting continuous media: (Media Sensor menu: None ) For detecting continuous media, only the reflective sensor is used. In this case, only media end is detected by the reflective sensor. LED light amount control: According to the media selected by the Media Sensor menu ( See Through, Reflect, or None ), the amount of light is well controlled to detect the label/u-shaped notch, black mark, or continuous media. The amount of light is as follows (the largest amount is for See Through): Continuous media (None) < Black mark (Reflect) < Label/U-shaped notch (See Through) -9 CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. Operation of Each Mechanism --4. Printing and Ribbon Feed Mechanism The major components of the printing and ribbon feed mechanism are: (a) SA, Head (d) SA, Ribbon Tension Shaft F/R (b) SA, Ribbon Motor F/R (e) SA, Tension Sensor (Front/Rear) (c) Ribbon gear train Ink ribbon is set to the printer using the ribbon holders. Ribbon is supplied from the supply reel and is taken up by the take-up reel with adequate ribbon tension, via the SA, Ribbon Tension Shaft F/R. The SA, Ribbon Tension Shaft F/R is always pushed outward by the internal springs, and, when ribbon slacks, it moves outward. When ribbon tightens, it moves inward. (Refer to the figures on the later pages.) The same tension sensor is installed on the take-up and supply sides. The tension sensor on the take-up side is used to detect the position of the SA, Ribbon Tension Shaft F, i.e. the ribbon tension on the take-up side. While, the tension sensor on the supply side is used to detect the position of the SA, Ribbon Tension Shaft R, i.e. the ribbon tension on the supply side. The tension sensor on the take-up side is also used to detect a ribbon running condition, and that on the supply side is used to detect the ribbon end. On the take-up side, the Ribbon Motor F turns to take up ribbon. On the supply side, the Ribbon Motor R turns to supply ribbon, while applying adequate back tension to ribbon to eliminate ribbon slack. Printing: When printing with ink ribbon, ink on the ribbon is melted by the heated thermal element of the SA, Head and is transferred on the media surface. Taking up Ribbon: Ribbon will be taken up on the take-up side as follows: () As media is fed, ribbon is also fed by the friction force produced between media and the SA, Head. () Ribbon slacks and the tension sensor on the take-up side turns OFF as the SA, Ribbon Tension Shaft F is pushed outward. () The Ribbon Motor F starts to turn and ribbon is taken up. (4) Ribbon tightens and the tension sensor on the take-up side turns ON. Then, the Ribbon Motor F stops. Supplying Ribbon: On the supply side, the Ribbon Motor R turns to supply ribbon, while applying adequate back tension. In the same way as on the take-up side, the tension sensor on the supply side detects the ribbon tension to keep the ribbon tension constant. However, when printing is made and ribbon is fed, the tension sensor on the supply side turns ON since ribbon is tightened at this time. CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6-0
-. Operation of Each Mechanism Reel Drive Mechanism: Though the ribbon holders are directly installed in the reels, ribbon is connected to the reels via the spring mechanism of the ribbon holders. This means that ribbon is taken up via the spring mechanism when the Ribbon Motor F/R turns. On the take-up side, the Ribbon Motor F turns in the clockwise direction viewing from the right side of the printer, the Gear 5F, Ribbon (take-up reel) turns in the counterclockwise direction via the Ribbon Gears,, and 4, and ribbon is taken up. On the supply side, the rotational direction of the Ribbon Motor R differs depending on the ribbon winding type to be used. In the case of the outside-wound ribbon as shown in the following figure, the Ribbon Motor R turns in the counterclockwise direction, the Gear 5R, Ribbon (supply reel) turns in the clockwise direction via the Gear, Ribbon, Gear, Ribbon, Gear, Ribbon and Gear 4, Ribbon, and ribbon is supplied. Taku-up Side Supply Side Gear, Ribbon Ribbon Motor F Gear 5F, Ribbon Ribbon Motor R Gear, Ribbon Gear 5R, Ribbon Gear, Ribbon Gear, Ribbon SA, Ribbon Tension Shaft F Gear 4, Ribbon Gear 4, Ribbon Gear, Ribbon Thermal Head Gear, Ribbon Ribbon Platen Media SA, Ribbon Tension Shaft R - CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. Operation of Each Mechanism Detecting Ribbon Tension (Tension Sensors): The same tension sensor is installed on the take-up and supply sides. Since the operation is the same on both sides, the take-up side operation is explained here: When ribbon is taken up, it tightens and the SA, Ribbon Tension Shaft F is pushed inward (in the direction of A ). At this time, the claw C of the SA, Ribbon Tension Shaft F is inserted into the photointerrupter of the SA, Tension Sensor, and the photointerrupter turns OFF. When printing starts, ribbon is fed forward together with media and it slacks. At this time, the SA, Ribbon Tension Shaft F is moved outward (in the direction of B ) by the spring ( D ) force, and the claw C comes off the photointerrupter. So, the photointerrupter turns ON and the Ribbon Motor F starts to turn to take up ribbon. Then, the claw C is inserted into the photointerrupter again, and the Ribbon Motor F stops. This cycle is repeated and constant tension is applied to ribbon. On the supply side, when printing starts, ribbon is tightened contrary to the take-up side, and the tension sensor turns ON. Then, the Ribbon Motor R turns to supply ribbon. Supporting Point D Springs B Tension Adjustment Knob (Front) [Right side view] A SA, Ribbon Tension Shaft F Ribbon C SA, Tension Sensor (Photointerrupter) Ribbon Tension Adjustment Knob (Rear) Tension Adjustment Mechanism: To apply adequate ribbon tension, you can change the spring ( D ) force as follows: - Ribbon Tension Adjustment Knob F/R (for users) Changes the spring force. The spring force is adjustable in steps. As you move the knob toward the mark, the spring force becomes stronger. - Tension Adjustment Screw (for service personnel) Can finely adjust the spring position. For details, refer to -6- Ribbon Tension Adjustment. CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6 -
--5. Print Head Up/Down Detection Mechanism The component of the print head up/down detection mechanism is as follows: (a) Head up sensor (b) Protrusion that engages in the sensor -. Operation of Each Mechanism The print head up/down detection mechanism detects the up (open)/down (close) status of the head block. When the head block is in the up position, the protrusion A is disengaged from the head up sensor. At this time, the head up sensor turns ON and Low level is output from the head up sensor. While, the head block is in the down position, the protrusion A is engaged in the head up sensor. At this time, the head up sensor turns OFF and High level is output from the head up sensor. The CPU on the Main PCB detects up or down position of the head block by sensing the output of the head up sensor. Head Block Head Block "Up" position A Photo Interrupter A SA, Head Up Sensor PCB Head Block "Down" position A Photo Interrupter Head Up Sensor (SA, Head Up Sensor PCB) SA, Head Up Sensor PCB - CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. Operation of Each Mechanism --6. Head Balance Adjustment Mechanism The major components of the head balance adjustment mechanism are: (a) Lever, Head Balance (c) Spring, Head L/R (b) Cam, Head Balance The head balance adjustment mechanism is used to eliminate uneven printing density on media. The head balance adjustment is accomplished by changing the right side head pressure according to media width to be used. To adjust, the blue Media width adjustment dial ( Cam, Head Balance ) is used. When narrow width media is used, the dial should be set toward 0 to give weaker pressure. When wide width media is used, it should be set toward 9 to give stronger pressure. When narrow media is used (need to give weak pressure): The Spring, Head L and Spring, Head R act to press the SA, Head against the SA, Platen. If the same pressure is given by both springs, since no media exists on the right side of the SA, Head, the SA, Head will slant to the right, resulting in uneven printing density. The part A of the Lever, Head Balance is pushed against the cam part by the Spring, Head R and it moves up step by step as the Media width adjustment dial is turned toward 0. As it moves up, the Spring, Head R is pressed with weaker force by the Lever, Head Balance, and the right side pressure against the SA, Head is decreased, resulting in even printing density. You need to align the dial number according to the media width to be used. (Smaller number for narrower media) When wide media is used (need to give strong pressure): The same principle applies to wide media. However, in this case, the Media width adjustment dial should be turned toward 9. Then the part A of the Lever, Head Balance moves down to apply stronger pressure to the SA, Head. (Larger number for wider media) For narrow media Spring, Head L (Fixed) Spring, Head R (Movable) Weak Taward "0" Lever, Head Balance SA, Head Ribbon A Cam, Head Balance (Media Width Adjustment Dial) Media (Narrow width) SA, Platen For wide media Strong Taward "9" SA, Head Ribbon Media (Wide width) CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6-4
--7. Media Offset Adjustment Mechanism -. Operation of Each Mechanism The major components of the media thickness adjustment mechanism are: (a) Bracket, Head (b) SA, Head Adjust (Includes Head adjust lever and Media thickness adjustment dial.) According to the softness of media, the thermal element position is displaced from the optimum position. The head offset adjustment mechanism is used to correct this by moving the SA, Head back and forth a little. By performing the head adjustment properly, optimum printing quality is available. (When shipping, the Media thickness adjustment dial is set to.) When soft media is used (thin thermal paper, label paper, etc.): When soft media is used, the optimum position of the thermal elements will be nearly right above the center of the SA, Platen. This position will be set when the Media thickness adjustment dial is set to. When hard media is used (tag paper): When hard media is used, the optimum position of the thermal elements will shift toward the left a little from the center of the SA, Platen, viewing from the right side of the SA, Platen. As the optimum position varies according to the hardness of media, it is necessary to adjust the Media thickness adjustment dial from "" to the greater number for the optimum position. As the Media thickness adjustment dial turns, the Head adjust lever also turns around the supporting point. At this time, as the end "A" of the Bracket, Head is inserted into the Head adjust lever, the Bracket, Head moves up and down. Note that the Bracket, Head turns around both Bushing, Head on both sides. When the Media thickness adjustment dial is set to the larger number, the end "A" of the Head Bracket lowers more. At this time, the thermal element position shifts to the left from the center of the SA, Platen, viewing from the right side of the SA, Platen. For soft media Bracket, Head Thermal elements SA, Head Holder (Fixed) Supporting point A 0 A (Head Adjust Lever) Media Thickness Adjustment Dial Ribbon Media SA, Head Supporting point Groove For hard media SA, Platen 9-5 CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. Operation of Control Parts -. Operation of Control Parts --. Configuration of Printer The following shows major configuration blocks. [Main PCB] Operation Panel [Ope-pane PCB] Thermal Print Head (Head Temp. Sensor) Serial I/F (RS-C) Serial I/F (USB) (Options) Host (PC) Head Up Sensor Transparent Sensor Reflective Sensor Parallel I/F (IEEE84) Parallel I/F [Centro PCB] Ethernet I/F PCB Tension Sensor F/R (Options) PF Motor Ribbon Motor F/R [Ribbon PCB] Cutter Peeler +5V, +4V AC Inlet & Power Switch Filter & Power Supply [Power Supply PCB] Major functions of individual components are described below: () Filter & power supply section Consists of a fuse, a filter circuit to eliminate external electric noise, and a switching type regulator to transform an AC input to +5V DC and +4V DC outputs required to drive the printer. () Main PCB Controls the entire operations of the printer. It consists of CPU, ROM, RAM, Custom IC, driver circuits, etc. () Operation panel A panel used to indicate the operating status of the printer and to set specifications. It consists of 4 keys and 4 LEDs. CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6-6
-. Operation of Control Parts (4) Thermal print head The thermal print head has the following thermal elements. It also has the print head driver circuit. 864 dots for CL-S6/S6C 75 dots for CL-S6 (5) Sensors The following 7 sensors are used: Sensor name Description Head Up Sensor Photointerrupter. Transparent Sensor Photo sensor using the phototransistor. Reflective Sensor Photo sensor consisting of LEDs and phototransistor. Tension Sensor (Front/Rear) Photo sensor using the photointerrupter. Located on the front and rear of the Unit, Ribbon. Head Temperature Sensor Thermistor incorporated in the print head. PF Motor Temperature Sensor Thermistor attached to the PF Motor. Ribbon Motor Temperature Sensor Thermistor attached to the Ribbon Motor F. (6) Motor Three motors are used. The PF Motor is a stepping motor to feed media. The Ribbon Motor F and Ribbon Motor R are stepping motors to take up and supply ribbon, respectively. (7) Serial I/F (RS-C) This is a circuit to transmit and receive serial data between the printer and the host. Serial I/F, USB I/F or Parallel I/F (Option) is automatically selected when data is received. (8) USB (Universal Serial Bus) I/F This is a circuit to transmit and receive serial data between the printer and the host using the USB. Serial I/F, USB I/F or Parallel I/F (Option) is automatically selected when data is received. (9) Parallel I/F (IEEE84) (Option) This is the parallel I/F to transmit and receive parallel data between the printer and the host. It supports Centronics Compatible mode, NIBBLE mode and ECP mode. Parallel I/F, serial I/F, or USB I/F is automatically selected when data is received. (0) Ethernet I/F (Option) This is a circuit which supports Ethernet protocol. LAN connection is possible. -7 CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. Operation of Control Parts --. Operation of Control Unit () Block diagram The following descriptions are for major functions of the components. (Option) Auto Cutter Cutter Motor Cutter Position Sensor DC MOTOR Driver AC Inlet & Power Switch Flilter & Power Supply (Option) Peeler MAIN PCB Peel Sensor Head Up Sensor CPU UPD70AGM--UEU-A 8MHz RSC Driver/Reciever RSC USB. Paper Sensor (Trans./Ref.) Thermal Head Temp. Sensor PF Motor Temp. Sensor BZ Control / C.G. F-ROM(Mbits) C.G. CL-S6 (KOREA, JAPAN) CL-S6C (CHINA) CL-S6 (KOREA, JAPAN) F-ROM(64Mbits) S-DRAM (8Mbits) Operation Panel (SWx4 / LEDx) Gate Array UPD65946GJ-65-EB-A Thermal Print Head Paper Feed Motor Stepping Motor Driver IEEE84 Transciever (Option) Interface Board IEEE84 Ethernet I/F Stepping Motor Driver x RIBBON PCB Ribbon Tension Sensor x Ribbon Motor x CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6-8
-. Operation of Control Parts (a) CPU The CPU is a microprocessor with -bit architecture. The clock fed to the CPU is 6 MHz. The CPU internally multiplies this 6 MHz by 8 times and uses 8 MHz clock. The CPU includes cache memory, RAMs, DMA controller, serial I/F, USB function controller, A/D converter, etc. (b) Flash ROM A flash ROM of M bits (4M bytes) that stores the firmware and CG (character generator) (c) SDRAM (Synchronous dynamic RAM) A SDRAM of 8M bits (6M bytes) that is used as working area, input buffer and download buffer (d) Custom IC The custom IC incorporates a control circuit for the interface I/O port, motors, print head, etc. (e) Head control This is a circuit to control the thermal head driver incorporated in the thermal head. It also checks if a thermal element of the thermal head is faulty. (f) PF motor driver This is a circuit to drive the PF Motor. The PF Motor is a stepping motor. (g) Ribbon motor driver This is a circuit to drive the Ribbon Motor F and Ribbon Motor R. These motors are stepping motors. (h) Buzzer The buzzer is driven when an alarm, etc. occurs. (i) Fan Cooling fan for the ribbon motor. When the temperature of the Ribbon Motor F (take-up side motor) exceeds a certain value, this fan starts to work. -9 CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. Operation of Control Parts () Memory map 0000000H 00FFFFH Command RAM (Built-in CPU) CPU 000000H 00FFFH 004000H 005FFFH 006000H 007FFFH 008000H 00FFFFH 00000H 08FFFFH 090000H 0DFFFFH 0E0000H 04DFFFFH 04E0000H 04EFFFFH 04F0000H 04FFFFFH Boot Loader () Setting Information (User Settings) Setting Information (Factory-set Settings) Boot Loader () Firmware (Datamax) Firmware (Zebra) Downloading area (MByte) (CSA, CSE) Service Information (for backup) Service Information Flash ROM 4MBytes 0800000H 0FFFFFFH Firmware (about 400K bytes) Receiving Buffer (6K bytes x )* Command Buffer (8K bytes) Others S-DRAM 6MBytes *: 6K bytes for each I/F (USB, IEEE84 and Serial) 4000000H 40FFFFFH I/O Custom IC C000000H CFFFFFH C400000H C7FFFFFH Downloading area (4MByte) (CHINA, KOREA, JAPAN) Chinese/Korean Fonts (4MByte) (CHINA, KOREA, JAPAN) Flash ROM 8MBytes FFFB000H FFFEFFFH FFFF000H FFFFFFFH Data RAM (Built-in CPU) I/O (Built-in CPU) CPU CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6-0
-. Operation of Control Parts () Sensors (-) Head up sensor The head up sensor is used to detect the head position (up or down). This sensor uses a photointerrupter.) When the head block is closed (in the down position), the protrusion A of the head block is engaged in the head up sensor, and the light emitted from the LED of the photointerrupter is blocked by the protrusion A. Thus, the phototransistor turns OFF, and pin 7 (HDUSENS) of UA (CPU) goes to "High" level. When the head block is opened (in the up position), the protrusion A is disengaged from the head up sensor, and the light emitted from the LED reaches the phototransistor. Thus, the phototransistor turns ON and pin 7 (HDUSENS) of UA (CPU) goes to "Low" level. UA CPU PDH 7 HDUSENS T +.V R78 R79 C7 +.V R77 J8 Head Up Sensor Head Up: Low Head Down: High [Main PCB] [Head Up Sensor PCB] Head Block Head Block "Up" position A Photo Interrupter A SA, Head Up Sensor PCB Head Block "Down" position A Photo Interrupter Head Up Sensor (SA, Head Up Sensor PCB) SA, Head Up Sensor PCB - CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. Operation of Control Parts (-) Transparent sensor and reflective sensor The transparent sensor is used to detect the label stuck on liner and the U-shaped notch on tag. On the other hand, the reflective sensor is used to detect the black mark printed on the bottom surface of tag. Both sensors are also used to detect the media end. The upper side transparent sensor is the phototransistor, and the lower side reflective sensor consists of LEDs and phototransistor. Media passes between these sensors. Transparent sensor (used for detecting the label or U-shaped notch): When the liner without label stuck on it passes between both sensors, the light emitted from the LEDs reaches the transparent sensor, passing through the liner. Thus, the transparent sensor (phototransistor) conducts and the voltage corresponding to the amount of light is applied to pin 5 (TRAMON) of UA (CPU). Meanwhile, when the liner with the label stuck on it passes between both sensors, the light is blocked by the label and the transparent sensor (phototransistor) turns OFF. Thus, pin 5 (TRAMON) of UA (CPU) goes "Low" level. From these levels, UA (CPU) can detect the leading edge (arrival) of the label on liner. When media runs out, the light directly falls on the transparent sensor and media end is detected. In this case, pin 5 of UA (CPU) will go "High" level. When the transparent sensor is conducted, the voltage at pin 5 (TRAMON) varies depending on the characteristics of the light receiving element (phototransistor) of the transparent sensor and other factors. To solve this problem, U (Custom IC) outputs TSNSCTL0 (pin 99) and TSNSCTL (pin 00) signals to turn ON/OFF (connect/disconnect) R7 and R7 (voltage dividing resistors) to minimize the difference in level at pin5 (TRAMON). The current flowing into the LEDs is determined by the data sent from the CPU to the digital-to-analog converter (U4). The digital-to-analog converter converts the data received from the CPU and outputs resoultant level at pin. The base current of the transistor Q7 is determined by this level. This means that the current flowing into the LEDs is also determined by this level. In the actual control, the CPU changes data (LED current) to keep the level at pin 5 of CPU constant. CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6 -
-. Operation of Control Parts Reflective sensor (used for detecting the black mark on tag): When tag with black marks is used, light is reflected by the tag. In the place where no black mark is there, the phototransistor of the reflective sensor conducts and the voltage corresponding to the amount of light is applied to pin 6 (REFMON) of UA (CPU). When the light falls on the black mark, no light is reflected. In this case, the lower phototransistor turns OFF and pin 6 of UA (CPU) will go Low level. When media runs out, the light is not reflected and no light falls on the reflective sensor. In this case, pin 6 of CPU will go Low level and media end is detected. When the reflective sensor is conducted, the voltage at pin 6 (REFMON) varies depending on the characteristics of the light receiving element (phototransistor) of the reflective sensor and other factors. To solve this problem, UA (CPU) outputs RSNSCTL0 (pin 76) and RSNSCTL (pin 75) signals to turn ON/OFF (connect/disconnect) R74 and R75 (voltage dividing resistors) to minimize the difference in level at pin6 (REFMON). As to the current control of the LEDs, the operation is the same as for the transparent sensor mentioned above. UA +.V CPU ANI0 5 T9 D4 TRAMON Transparent sensor C70 output sensing terminal ANI 6 T9 REFMON Reflective sensor output sensing terminal P7 76 U Custom IC PFCNT 99 T5 PFCNT 00 T5 +.V D5 C7 TSNSCTL0 TSNSCTL R66 U8B 7 U8A BA904 + 5-6 + - Q DTC4EM RSNSCTL0 T6 R68 BA904 R69 R70 R74 R7 R7 R75 R7 R76 +.V T5 T5 +5V J6 J5 4 45 Transparent Sensor [Transparent Sensor PCB] Media [Reflective Sensor PCB] P7 75 RSNSCTL T65 Q4 DTC4EM Reflective Sensor From UA CPU DACDAT DACCLK DACLD 6 7 8 U4 D/A Converter A DI CK B LD R64 C67 R6 U7A BA904 - + R65 T45 Q7 SC5658 BH9 C68 R67 [Main PCB] - CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. Operation of Control Parts (-) Tension Sensor F/R The Tension Sensor F is used to detect the ribbon tension on the take-up side (front side) as well as ribbon running. While, the Tension Sensor R is used to detect the ribbon tension on the supply side (rear side) as well as the ribbon end. These sensors are photointerrupters. Tension Sensor F: The Tension Sensor F is used to keep the ribbon tension on the take-up side constant. When printing starts, ribbon is fed and take-up side ribbon slacks. Then, the claw of the SA, Ribbon Tension Shaft F comes off the photointerrupter on the Tension Sensor PCB and the photointerrupter turns ON. Thus, pin 97 (SENS_A) of U (Custom IC) goes "High" level. Then, UA (CPU) drives the Ribbon Motor F to take up ribbon. As a result, ribbon tightens and the claw is inserted into the photointerrupter. Thus, pin 97 (SENS_A) of U (Custom IC) goes "Low" level. Then, UA (CPU) stops the Ribbon Motor F. During printing, this cycle is repeated and constant ribbon tension is maintained. The LED (D90) on the tension sensor lights when ribbon slacks (the claw of the SA, Ribbon Tension Shaft F comes off the photointerrupter and the photointerrupter turns ON). The LED goes out when ribbon tightens. If ribbon is not correctly fed during printing, the ON/OFF state of the photointerrupter on the Tension Sensor F becomes improper. Thus, the CPU can detect a ribbon running error. Tension Sensor R: The Tension Sensor R is used to keep the ribbon tension on the supply side constant. When printing starts, ribbon is fed and supply side ribbon tightens. Then, the claw of the SA, Ribbon Tension Shaft R is inserted into the photointerrupter on the Tension Sensor PCB and the photointerrupter turns OFF. Thus, pin 98 (SENS_B) of U (Custom IC) goes "Low" level. Then, UA (CPU) drives the Ribbon Motor R to supply ribbon. As a result, ribbon slacks and the claw comes off the photointerrupter. Thus, pin 98 (SENS_B) of U (Custom IC) goes "High" level. Then, UA (CPU) stops the Ribbon Motor R. During printing, this cycle is repeated and constant ribbon tension is maintained. In the same way as for Tension Sensor F, the LED (D90) on the tension sensor lights when ribbon slacks and goes out when ribbon tightens. When ribbon runs out, the ON/OFF state of the photointerrupter on the Tension Sensor R becomes unchangeable. Thus, the CPU can detect the ribbon end. CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6-4
-. Operation of Control Parts +.V +.V Take-up side U Custom IC PM PM 97 98 J J70 SENS_A 9 7 R706 SENS_B 0 8 6 U70A U70A 6 R705 C78 C7 J70 4 CN90 +.V R90 C90 C90 4 D90 R90 Tension Sensor PI90 +.V [Tension Sensor PCB] Supply side J704 CN90 (Same as above circuit) (Same as above circuit) 4 4 [Main PCB] [Ribbon PCB] [Tension Sensor PCB] (-4) Head temperature sensor The head temperature sensor is used to detect the temperature of the thermal head. This sensor is a thermistor incorporated in the SA, Head. Since the resistance of the thermistor changes according to the temperature change, the voltage at pin 7 of UA (CPU) changes accordingly. The CPU senses the voltage at pin 7 to detect the head temperature. According to the temperature of the print head, the CPU controls the printing pulse width applied to the thermal elements to keep the printing density constant. UA CPU +.V HDTHM J 9 Thermal Head ANI 7 HDTMP R7 R4 HDTHM C45 R44 5,6,8,, 0, Head Temp. Thermistor [Main PCB] Printing operation when the head temperature rises: If the head temperature reaches 70 C (58 F), printing stops after printing the current label. In this case, PRINT LED and CONDITION LED simultaneously blink on the operation panel. When the temperature of the SA, Head falls below 60 C (40 F), LEDs stop blinking and printing will be resumed. Printing Printing 60 C (40 F) Printing (Stop) (Stops) 70 C (58 F) -5 CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. Operation of Control Parts (-5) PF motor temperature sensor The motor temperature sensor is used to detect the temperature of the PF motor. This sensor is a thermistor bonded to the PF motor. Since the resistance of the thermistor changes according to the temperature change, the voltage at pin 8 of UA (CPU) changes accordingly. The CPU senses the voltage at pin 8 to detect the motor temperature. UA CPU +.V J4 5 Thermistor M PF Motor MOTTMP ANI 8 R8 6 C6 R5 [Main PCB] Printing operation when motor temperature rises: When the temperature of the motor rises above 95 C (0 F), printing speed is reduced to avoid overheating. If it reaches 05 C ( F), the motor stops after printing the current label. In this case, PRINT LED and CONDITION LED alternately blink on the operation panel. When the temperature of the motor falls below 90 C (94 F), LEDs stop blink and printing will be resumed. Normal speed Normal speed 90 C (94 F) Normal speed (Stop) 95 C (0 F) Low speed (Stop) (Stops) 05 C ( F) CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6-66
-. Operation of Control Parts (-6) Ribbon motor temperature sensor The ribbon motor temperature sensor is used to detect the temperature of the Ribbon Motor F on the take-up side. This sensor is a thermistor bonded to the Ribbon Motor F. Since the resistance of the thermistor changes according to the temperature change, the voltage at pin (RBTMP) of UA (CPU) changes accordingly. The CPU senses the voltage at pin to detect the ribbon motor temperature. UA CPU ANI6 RBTMP R96 J +.V J70 9 0 J70 5 6 Thermistor M Ribbon Motor F (Take-up Side) C89 R97 [Main PCB] [Ribbon PCB] Printing operation at ribbon motor temperature rise: When the temperature of the Ribbon Motor F reaches 85 C (85 F), the ribbon motor stops after printing the current label. In this case, PRINT LED and CONDITION LED alternately blink on the operation panel. When the temperature of the Ribbon Motor F falls below 80 C (76 F), LEDs stop blink and printing resumes. Normal speed Normal speed 80 C (76 F) Normal speed (Stop) (Stops) 85 C (85 F) -7 CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. Operation of Control Parts (4) Drivers (4-) PF motor driver This is a driving circuit to drive the PF motor (stepping motor). The following illustration shows a simplified circuit. The PF motor is driven by the bipolar constant current chopper method. The exciting method for the motor is the st-nd phase method. The power to the PF motor is supplied by turning ON the FET Q5. This is accomplished by activating the monostable multivibrator U4A. When U4A is triggered, Q6 turns ON and Q5 turns ON. The exciting method is determined by PFMS and PFMS signals sent from U (Custom IC). The rotational direction of the PF motor is determined by PFDIR signal and the PF motor rotates when a pulse (PFCLK) is input to STEP (pin 4 of U5). The digital-to-analog converter (U4) is used to control the PF motor current. Its output is controlled by the data sent from the CPU (UA). PF motor forcible stop function by circuitry: The CPU monitors the temperature of the PF motor and stops the PF motor if its temperature reaches 05 C ( F), as mentioned in (-4) Motor temperature sensor. In addition to this function, for further safety measures, a circuitry is provided to forcibly stop the PF motor if its temperature exceeds over 05 C ( F). When the temperature reaches to a predetermined level, ENABLE (pin ) of U5 becomes Low level and the outputs from U5 are disabled. From UA CPU From U Custom IC From RESET circuit From UA CPU DACDAT DACCLK DACLD PFCLK PFON npreset U4A Monostable Multivibrator A B CLR 74VHC Q From U Custom IC Motor current control U4 D/A Converter PFMOTCU 6 A DI 7 CK B 8 LD BH9 From UA CPU Low: Turns on Q5 to supply power to the PF motor. R5 R54 PFMS PFMS PFCLK PFDIR T6 C6 T0 Q6 DTC4EM 9 4 8 9 4 7 5 R47 U5 Motor Driver VBB VBB MS MS STEP DIR ENABLE +.V REF R57 T4 A4984SES-T R59 U6A +4V R46 Q5 CPH640 VMT OUTA 8 OUTB OUTA OUTB + - R6 R58 R60 +.V +.V T5 J4 PF Motor M 4 5 6 Thermistor R6 C6 R5 [Main PCB] CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6-8
-. Operation of Control Parts (4-) Ribbon motor driver This is a driving circuit to drive the Ribbon Motor F and Ribbon Motor R (stepping motors). The Ribbon Motor F is used to take up ribbon and the Ribbon Motor R is used to supply ribbon. The Ribbon Motor F/R is driven by the STEP_A/B signal sent from the CPU (UA). The rotational direction of the motor is determined by the DIR_A/B signal sent from the custom IC (U). The strength of PF motor excitation (strong and weak) is switched by the PDOWN signal sent from the CPU (UA). The motor drive circuits for the Ribbon Motor F and Ribbon Motor R are the same. Ribbon motor forcible stop function by circuitry: The CPU monitors the temperature of the Ribbon Motor F and stops it if its temperature reaches a certain level, as mentioned in (-6) Ribbon motor temperature sensor. In addition to this function, for further safety measures, a circuitry is provided to forcibly stop the ribbon motors if the temperature exceeds over 05 C ( F). When the temperature reaches to a predetermined level, RBTMP (pin 7) of U6B becomes Low level and the supply power to the ribbon motors is shut down. U4B Monostable Multivibrator From VMTON 9 A Q 5 U UA CPU T707 4 RIBTRG 0 B nreset CLR 74VHC J J70 U 6 Custom IC RBTMP 8 VMOTON DIR_A DIR PM0 95 DIR_A STEP STEP_A 4 STEP_A 96 DIR_B 5 DIR_B PM STEP_B 6 4 STEP_B UA CPU 7 5 PDOWN PDOWN D4 6 D8 D5 PDOWN +.V R9 R9 U6B 7 RBTMP + 5-6 R95 R9 R94 +.V RBTMP [Ribbon PCB] DIR STEP PDOWN Q70 DTC4EM R70 Q70 DTC4EM R708 R709 +.V R707 R70 C79 +4V Q70 CPH640 U70 Motor Driver J70 9 VBB OUTA 4 VBB 8 4 7 OUTB DIR 4 STEP OUTA OUTB 5 REF U704 (Same as above circuit) J705 4 Ribbon Motor F (Take-up Side) M Ribbon Motor R (Supply Side) M R98 [Main PCB] -9 CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. Operation of Control Parts (4-) Head driver The head driver is incorporated in the SA, Head. During printing, pin 6 (HDVON) of U (Custom IC) goes to "High" level, and Q and Q turn ON. Thus +4V is supplied to the thermal head ( SA, Head ). The print data is sent from the Custom IC (U) to the head driver to select the thermal elements to be heated. The data is sent via HDATA-HDATA, HDSTB, HDCLK and HDLTH lines (pins,, 0, 08, 5 and 07 of U). According to the print data received, the thermal head heats the thermal elements to print dots on thermal transfer paper. The width of heating pulse will be changed according to the head temperature to keep the printing density constant. U Custom IC Head supply voltage ON/OFF HDVON 6 T66 HDVON HCVON 7 T67 HCVON HD T64 HDATA T6 HDATA HD T6 HDATA 0 HD T6 HDATA4 09 HD4 T60 HDSTB 08 nhdstb T65 HDCLK 5 HDCLK T59 HDLTH 07 nhdlat T06 R4 Q DTC4EM T08 Q4 DTC4EM Thermal element abnormality check ON +4V R Q SJ66 D When driving: +4V When checking: +5V 74VHCT44 +5.0V Q DTA4EM R8 UA Buffer 8 A Y 4 6 A Y 6 4 A Y 8 A4 Y4 9 A Y 7 R4 A Y 5 5 A Y 7 A4 Y4 9 G G T T0 VHD R4 Head power supply monitor: Not used. +.V UA D CPU R5 R6 T99 9 ANI4 VHEADMON R7 C4 +.V D R9 C44 +5.0V HDDAT HDDAT nhdstb HDCLK nhdlat 5,6,8,,, 0,,8 [Main PCB] T0 +.V VDD HDTHM 9 VHD -4,-6 HDDAT 0 Thermal element abnormality check 4 7 7,9, 5 6 8 HEADRES J 0 ANI5 Thermal Head CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6-0
-. Operation of Control Parts Thermal resistance check: When the printer is turned ON, the thermal resistance check is conducted. If any fault is found, it is memorized and, when the printer is turned ON next time, the CONDITION LED and ERROR LED alternately blink on the operation panel. During the thermal resistance check, pin 7 (HCVON) of U (Custom IC) goes to "High" level, and Q4 and Q turn ON. Thus, +5V is supplied to the thermal head, instead of +4V. The following is a simplified circuitry under checking, where Q turns ON and a thermal element "R" is selected. At the point "A", the voltage divided by R8 and R is developed. The CPU monitors this voltage at pin 0 (HEADRES), and check if the voltage is out of the allowable range or not. (For example, if R is open, the voltage at point A will be about +.V.) Each thermal element is successively checked in this way. +5V A Q +.V R8 R9 0 HEADRES R Thermal head UA CPU ANI5 R: Resistance of a thermal element (4-4) Buzzer driver This circuit drives the buzzer. To sound the buzzer, the CPU outputs a pulse from pin 7 (BUZZER). The transistor Q0 turns ON and OFF, and the buzzer sounds. +4V UA CPU P77 7 T7 BUZZER BZ T75 R86 Q0 DTC4EM [Main PCB] - CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. Operation of Control Parts (4-5) Fan driver This circuit drives the ribbon motor cooling fan. When pin 0 (FANCTL) is set to Low level, Q turns ON and the fan is driven. The fan is driven according to the Ribbon Motor F temperature detected by the ribbon motor temperature sensor. When the temperature is under 45 C ( F), the fan is not driven. When the temperature exceeds 45 C ( F) during ribbon motor running, the fan starts to turn. If the temperature is 70 C (58 F) or more after the ribbon motor is stopped, the fan is kept turned until the temperature falls below 70 C (58 F). +5V J UA CPU D0 0 FANCTL R99 Q LN0C J J70 +5V 9 FANOUT D70 +5V J706 Ribbon Motor Fan FAN [Ribbon PCB] [Main PCB] (5) Other circuits (5-) +.V/+.5V circuit The Main PCB receives +5V and +4V from the Unit, Power Supply. +5V and +4V are used for control circuits and driver circuits, respectively. U9 and U0 are the regulator ICs to produce +.V and +.5V from +5V. +.V is used for various logic circuits, while +.5V is supplied to the CPU (UA) only. From Power Supply Unit J9 T60 T64 4 4 5 6 7 8 [Main PCB] +5V +5V + C77 C78 T67 +4V +4V +.V Regulator U9 Vin D6 Vout GND AX660-0DA +.5V Regulator C8 D7 + C79 U0 VI O 6 O STB N VSS 5 BH5MAWHFV T6 C8 +.V C80 T6 +.5V +.V +.5V CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6 -
-. Operation of Control Parts (5-) Reset circuit This circuit performs the system reset. When power is turned ON, +.V gradually increases from 0V. When the voltage at pin 5 (+.V) of U reaches approx. at.8 V, U is activated and then the RESET signal changes from "Low" to "High" level. While the RESET signal is Low, the CPU (UA) is reset. The CPU outputs the ngreset signal to reset the Custom IC (U) and other ICs. +.5 V is supplied to the CPU. If +.5 V is shut down, nreset4 signal changes to Low level and all circuits including UA (CPU) and U (Custom IC) are instantly reset. RESET Pin 4 of U +.V +.5V 0V H L +.5V Power ON Reset 4 +.V U Voltage Detector VDD SUB 5 GND BU4FVE VOUT CT C +.V +.V C8 R80 T6 UA U L : Reset CPU Voltage Detector 5 4 T8 RESET 8 VDD VOUT RESET MR ngreset T47 VSS Cd C4 R6 NJU7705F-8A U Custom IC U T04 4 6 RESET nreset5 P5 nreset ngreset (5-) Clock circuit Crystal oscillator X oscillates a 6 MHz clock. This clock is send to the CPU (UA) and the CPU generates a 8 MHz internal clock and 64 MHz clock. The 64MHz clock is fed to the Custom IC (U). Oscillator X oscillates a 48 MHz clock used for USB I/F control. It starts oscillation when UCLKON signal (pin 77) is output from the CPU to X. UA Clock for USB (48MHz) System Clock (6MHz) +.V C 6MHz X C FCXO-05 (48MHz) R T T X Clock Generator 4 R T5 VDD OUT STBY GND +.V [Main PCB] P0 64 65 59 CPU X X P0 R UCLKON PCT7 77 PCD 88 R4 Bus Clock (64MHz) T7 BUSCLK Internal Clock (8MHz) 9 U Custom IC CLKIN BUSCLK - CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. Operation of Control Parts (5-4) Ope-pane circuit The ope-pane circuit consists of 4 LEDs and 4 switches. Each LED is directly driven by the Custom IC (U) and each switch signal is input to the Custom IC (U). (The following shows the simplified circuit diagram.) To/From U Custom IC +.V PRTLED CNDLED ERRLED FEEDSW PAUSESW STOPSW MODESW [Main PCB] J7 4 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 +.V D0 D0 D0 D04 [Ope-pane PCB] SW0 SW0 SW0 SW04 +.V POWER ON (Green) PRINT (Green) CONDITION (Orange) ERROR (Red) FEED PAUSE STOP MODE/REPEAT (5-5) USB I/F control circuit The USB control circuit interfaces with the USB (Universal Serial Bus). NAND gates (U6A, U6B and U6C) and transistor Q consist of a USB connection detecting circuit. When USB connector is connected to the printer, pin of J6 (USBVCC) is set to High level. The detection circuit detects this level and output a UBINTP pulse to the CPU to inform of the USB connection. USB connection detecting circuit +.V UA CPU P 55 D UDM UDP 6 60 USBON UBINTP UDM UDP T8 T40 U6C 9 8 T6 T +.V R 0 T4 U6A T 4 6 5 U6B Q DTA4EM R T5 C0 R4 R9 High when USB connector is connected. R6 R7 R8 R5 USBVCC DM DP USBLGND SG J6 USB I/F 4 5 [Main PCB] CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6-4
-. Operation Panel -. Operation Panel Operation panel is located on the left/front side of the printer. Operation panel consists of 4 keys and 4 LEDs, which perform to set the condition of the printer and indicate the operating condition. POWER PRINT CONDITION ERROR PAUSE FEED STOP MODE/REPEAT --. External view () Keys There are 4 keys, [MODE/REPEAT], [PAUSE], [FEED] and [STOP]. The function name on the key is selected when the key is pressed. () LEDs There are 4 LEDs, POWER, PRINT, CONDITION and ERROR. The LEDs light up or blink to indicate printer status, setting modes, or error conditions. POWER LED lights up when power is turned on. (green) PRINT LED lights up when the printer is ready to print (on-line state). (green) It is also used in Menu Setting mode and Sensor Adjustment mode. CONDITION LED lights up in Menu Setting mode or Sensor Adjustment mode. (orange) ERROR LED lights or blinks when error occurs. (red) (To indicate an error, PRINT and CONDITION LEDs will be also used.) -5 CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. Operation Panel --. Operation using the keys The following explains the normal operation and test operation accessible by pressing and holding the keys while turning ON the power. In this manual, pressing and holding the key while turning the power ON is described as follows: [Key name] + [Key name] + [POWER] Example: [MODE] + [POWER] (to enter menu setting mode) () Normal operation The following two operations are available. Operation Description Remarks [PAUSE] + [FEED] + [STOP] + [POWER] Enters sensor adjustment mode. See (-). For details, see the User's Manual. [MODE] + [POWER] Enters menu setting mode. See (-). For details, see the User's Manual. (-) Sensor adjustment mode According to media to be used, you need to perform the sensor adjustment. The following shows the rough description how to adjust the sensor. For details, refer to the User s manual. Before performing the sensor adjustment, select the Media Sensor menu ( See Through, Reflect, or None ) according to media to be used. See (-) Menu setting mode on the next page. Media Sensor menu Media See Through Label paper or tag with U-shaped notches Reflect Tag with black marks None Continuous media All operations are made with the key.. Entering the sensor adjustment mode ([PAUSE] + [FEED] + [STOP] + [POWER]). Selecting the sensor to be used (either the transparent sensor or reflective sensor) Transparent sensor: Label paper, Tag with U-shaped notches Reflective sensor: Tag with black marks. Positioning of the sensor(s) against media 4. Sensitivity adjustment using actual media to be used CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6-6
-. Operation Panel (-) Menu setting mode Set the menu according to your requirements. The following shows the menu settings print sample. To enter this mode, while pressing and holding the [MODE] key, turn ON the power. ([MODE] + [POWER]) For details, refer to the User s Manual. Machine Information Model Number : CL-S6 Boot Version : X.X ROM Version : DRXXXXXX ROM Date(DD//MM//YY) : XX/XX/XX ROMCheck Sum : XXXX Head Check : OK Print Counter : 000.km Service Counter : 000.km Cut Counter : 0 Sensor Monitor :.78V Option Interface : None Current Menu Settings [Global Config Menu] Config Set : [PageSetup Menu] Print Speed : 4 IPS Print Darkness : 0 Darkness Adjust : 00 Print Method : Thermal Transfer Ribbon Winding : Outside Continuous Media Length : 4.00 inch Vertical Position : 0.00 inch Horizontal Shift : 0.00 inch Vertical Image Shift : 0.00 inch Media Sensor : See Through Small Media Adjustment : Off Small Media Length :.00 inch Symbol Set : PM [System Setup Menu] Sensor Level Paper End Level Error Reporting Buzzer Select Metric/Inch Max Media Length Settings Lock Keyboard Lock Control Code Emulation Select Emulation Auto Detect [After Print Menu] AutoConfigure Function Select Cutter Action Paper Position Mode/Repeat Key :.5 V :.80 V : On Printing : On : Inch : 0.00 inch : Off : Off : STD : DM4 : On : On : Tear : Backfeed : 0.00 inch : Disabled [Interface Menu] RS-C Baud rate : 9600 RS-C Parity : None RS-C Length : 8 bit RS-C Stop bit : bit RS-C X-ON : Yes IEEE84 : On USB Device Class : Printer USB VCOM Protocol : Auto -7 CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6
-. Operation Panel () Test mode The following test modes are available. Operation Description Remarks [FEED] + [POWER] Enters self print mode See (-). [STOP] + [POWER] Enters hex dump mode See (-). (-) Self print mode You can check the printing quality by printing the self print pattern. [Print pattern in self print mode] For label (prints labels):. While pressing and holding the [FEED] key, turn on the power.. When the PRINT LED blinks slowly (later, it will blink rapidly), release the [FEED] key. The printer enters self print mode. The label is fed, self test printing is made for two labels, and then printing stops.. To repeat printing, press the [FEED] key again. To exit self print mode, turn off the power. For continuous media:. While pressing and holding the [FEED] key, turn on the power.. The PRINT LED will blink slowly. When it changes to rapid blink, release the [FEED] key. The printer enters self print mode and self test printing is made.. To repeat printing, press the [FEED] key again. To exit self print mode, turn off the power. Media feed direction CL-S6, CL-S6C & CL-S6-8